The Best Cilantro Yogurt Sauce REcipe
Sauce makes everything better! This easy cilantro yogurt sauce recipe is simple to make and great to have on hand to brighten up your meals throughout the week! The combination of lime and cilantro gives the sauce a vibrant, refreshing taste, while the Greek yogurt provides a creamy texture! Since there is no mayonnaise or sour cream in this sauce, it is actually light and nutritious! It is a high protein sauce option that works with tacos, burritos, bowls, grilled meats or roasted veggies.
Ingredients Needed
Greek Yogurt: Greek yogurt is the creamy base here. Alternatively, you can use any kind of plain yogurt! It results in a high-protein, low fat sauce! Cilantro: Cilantro is the other star of the show here. Cilantro transforms the yogurt into a flavorful, herb-forward sauce! Olive Oil: Olive oil helps to round out the flavors here! I recommend using a high quality extra virgin olive oil. Garlic: For an added savory flavor. Lime Juice: Lime will brighten up the sauce perfectly! Salt & Pepper: Season with salt and pepper to taste.
How to Make Cilantro Yogurt Sauce
Serving Suggestions
This easy cilantro lime sauce is so versatile! It will brighten up any meal you pair it with. Here are some of my favorite ways to serve it:
Tacos and Burritos: Make tacos and burritos packed with Instant Pot shredded chicken or slow cooker barbacoa beef! Drizzle this sauce on top for a burst of flavor. Bowls: Use it as a dressing on top of BBQ salmon bowls, honey chipotle chicken rice bowls, or chicken burrito bowls! Grilled or Roasted Proteins: Works great with air fryer chicken or air fryer salmon! Dipping Sauce: Serve with homemade French fries, fresh veggies, air fryer zucchini fries, or air fryer sweet potatoes for a healthy snack.
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